Insight into the immunopathogenesis of crystal-induced inflammation has opened the door to a new approach to therapy. Could interleukin-1 antagonists be the answer to managing acute gout?
Gout tophi totally disappeared and renal function remained stable. The patient continues to receive rasburicase treatment. P Richette is a Rheumatologist and T Bardin is a Professor of ...
Better treatment of gout will mean that fewer patients will be subject to long-term treatment with NSAIDs or prednisone, with associated benefits in blood pressure, diabetes and renal function.
It has been awarded a fast-track review by the FDA, which Sobi said “underscores the urgent need for new treatment options for patients with chronic refractory gout.” If approved, it will ...